Bannon’s War Room – Episode 5126

The Fight Continues in Fulton County; Nationalizing The 2026 Election
Date: February 7, 2026 | Host: Stephen K. Bannon | Podcast: WarRoom.org

Overview

This episode centers on intensifying battles over election integrity—especially in Georgia and nationally, as accusations skyrocket regarding alleged federal overreach and a push to "nationalize" election administration for 2026. Steve Bannon and his guests analyze the implications of federal intervention in voting, highlight grassroots resistance, discuss border and deportation initiatives, and critique both mainstream media and cultural figures. The episode is marked by defiant populism, passionate calls to action, and skepticism of official narratives—a blend of political mobilization, cultural commentary, and direct appeals to Bannon’s audience.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Alleged Federal Overreach in Elections

• Concerns are raised about the Trump administration's purported plans to station federal agents—including ICE and military—at polling places, with implications of unconstitutional action.
  • “When they say they're going to do something, we should listen.” (A, 00:57)
• Reports surface of top state election officials being invited to a federal briefing, seen as unusual and menacing in light of Trump’s past attempts to undermine elections (01:55).

2. Debate Over Nationalizing the 2026 Election

• Bannon and guests allege that the federal government is pushing to take over what is constitutionally state-level administration of elections. Specific mention of requests to turn over voter rolls fuels accusations of a federal power grab (04:15).
  • Bannon: “He wants to take over election administration. He is requesting the states...turn over their voter rolls to this White House. That should be scary for everyone.” (A, 04:25)
• Fears expressed over direct federal involvement (e.g., the FBI seizing ballots in Georgia) and the precedent it sets for future contests (07:17).

3. Reference to January 6 and Accusations of Authoritarianism

• Recurrent references to Trump's previous rhetoric ("stand back and stand by") and January 6, 2021 are employed to stoke fears that the 2026 election could be manipulated or suppressed through state/federal muscle (03:20, 12:15).
• Suggestion that Trump lacks institutional “brakes” (like Pence) this time:
  • “This time he doesn't have a pesky Mike Pence around to ruin the scheme for him.” (A, 09:13)

4. Grassroots Activism and the Georgia Showdown

• A highlight: Sally Grubbs, now on the Georgia State Election Board, is lauded for her fiery activism dating back to 2020.
  • “We have been lied to. We have been distracted... We are tired of it.” (Sally Grubbs, 01:36:23)
• Bannon credits local female activists for sustaining the movement and keeping attention on “stolen” elections. Suggests FBI investigations into seized ballots in Georgia will “shock the nation.” (01:43:10)

5. Challenges in the Republican Party and Base Enthusiasm

• Bannon criticizes GOP “weakness,” particularly over the border, mass deportations, and election security measures like voter ID and signature verification (00:37:25).
• Laments lack of enthusiasm among the base and calls for a focus on mobilizing core voters, not just appealing to independents.

6. Culture Wars: Response to Bruce Springsteen

• Natasha Owens, conservative musician, promotes her counter-anthem to Springsteen’s “The Streets of Minneapolis,” which she and Bannon say glorifies anti-law enforcement protest.
  • Owens: “The working class just overthrew their so-called boss with my song.” (01:05:00)
  • Bannon: “Culture is upriver from politics. This shows it.” (01:11:00)

7. Border Security, Deportations, and Sharia Law

• Mike Lindell, candidate for Minnesota governor, outlines a hardline platform: restoring police presence, enforcing protest laws, banning Sharia law in Minneapolis, and cooperating with ICE to deport illegals (01:22:10).
• Lindell describes alleged interference and persecution from MN Attorney General Keith Ellison ("a radical Islam guy") against Christian rehab efforts (01:26:40).

8. Trucking, Immigration, and Wall Street Influence

• Guest Shannon Everett discusses the crisis of unvetted illegal immigrants driving trucks, collapsing industry wages, and displacing American workers (01:52:30).
• Everett: “It's not enough to stop giving them licenses. We have to go after them...revoke every license that's been issued.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Federal Intrusion:

  • "He wants to take over election administration. He is requesting the states, Democratic states and Republican states...turn over their voter rolls to this White House. That should be scary for everyone." (A, 04:20)

• On Activist Vigilance:

  • “Are you all sure that your elections are going to be secure? We are concerned about the intimidation and what could happen in the days after.” (A, 06:30)

• On Mass Deportation:

  • “This is all about mass deportations. Every single illegal alien that came into the country has to go. The only way you're going to put American citizens first is to do that.” (Bannon, 00:39:25)

• On Democratic Mobilization Tactics:

  • “They're turning out voters in the old fashioned way. Low propensity, low information voters. What is the key to win people their base, not independents.” (Bannon, 00:42:10)

• On Culture and Music War:

  • Natasha Owens: “The people just stripped [Springsteen] of that crown with this song. I hope your audience knows what exactly happened...This is all American voices right here. And Steve, you said it for years, culture drives politics.” (01:06:13)

• On Law Enforcement in Minneapolis:

  • Lindell: “First day I'm governor, I'm gonna bring back the police, get the protesters laws put into place and arrest these people...And then also ban Sharia law.” (01:22:50)

• On Citizen Anger and Election Security:

  • Sally Grubbs: “We have been lied to. We have been distracted...We have begged for you to convene the legislature. ...We are the citizens of this state. We deserve to be heard and we are tired of it.” (01:36:23)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:00 – 12:15
  Rundown of accusations against the Trump administration; nationalization of elections; references to January 6 and militarized polling places.
• 12:15 – 24:00
  Expanded commentary on federal overreach, state vs. federal powers, and Democrats’ vigilance in election security.
• 37:00 – 44:00
  Bannon’s critique of the GOP’s “weakness,” mass deportations, voter ID, and election integrity.
• 52:30 – 1:14:00
  Culture war segment: Natasha Owens counters Bruce Springsteen’s protest anthem; discussion of cultural power in politics.
• 1:22:00 – 1:31:00
  Interview with Mike Lindell (MN governor candidate) on lawlessness in Minneapolis, bans on Sharia Law, and active cooperation with ICE.
• 1:36:23 – 1:44:10
  Sally Grubbs delivers a stirring speech on grassroots election activism; Bannon discusses ongoing investigations in Georgia and their significance.
• 1:52:30 – 2:00:00
  Shannon Everett on trucking safety, illegal labor in the industry, regulatory capture, and the struggle to force action.

Additional Topics and Closing Tone

• Economic Commentary:
  Bannon briefly discusses the destabilization in crypto markets and recommends gold as a hedge, referencing Birchgold (1:15:45).
• Plug for Alternative Super Bowl Programming:
  Owens and Bannon critique the NFL’s choice of Bad Bunny for the halftime show, urging viewers to instead watch Real America's Voice and Charlie Kirk’s alternative broadcast (01:14:50).
• Persistent Populist Messaging:
  The episode is brimming with reminders to the audience of their power, the importance of collective action, and cultural as well as political engagement.

Conclusion

Episode 5126 of Bannon’s War Room brims with urgent warnings about federal encroachment on elections, celebrates grassroots resistance (especially in Georgia), lambasts both GOP faint-heartedness and left-wing cultural narratives, and calls for mass mobilization in defense of what Bannon frames as traditional American values. The tone is combative, populist, and deeply distrustful of mainstream institutions, with regular reminders that both politics and culture are fields of battle in the ongoing war for the future of the country.